Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our irresistible empanadas, a symphony of flavors and textures that will captivate your taste buds. These golden-brown pockets of perfection are lovingly handcrafted with a flaky and tender pastry, enveloping a savory filling that bursts with a medley of succulent ground beef, aromatic spices, and a touch of heat from zesty chipotle peppers. Accompanied by a creamy and tangy chipotle ranch dipping sauce, these empanadas elevate your dining experience to new heights. But that's not all – this culinary adventure also includes a delightful array of delectable dips: a creamy and savory avocado crema, a fiery and flavorful roasted red pepper sauce, and a refreshing and tangy tomatillo salsa. With each bite, you'll embark on a flavor expedition that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
EMPANADAS WITH CHIPOTLE RANCH DIPPING SAUCE #RSC
Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. I started making these empanadas when my children were very young and we were always on the go - from school to after school events, from the library to the ski hill, to long drives for family vacations; they are as easy to make as they are portable - a homemade meal, not junk or fast food. These empanadas are fragrant, moist, full of flavor and very adaptable to what you have on hand. We have found that they are just as good as a simple weeknight meal at the dinner table as they are on the fly.
Provided by vbeaux
Categories Pork
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 empanadas, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make the Chipotle Ranch Dipping Sauce: Chop 2 tbs. shallots and 1 clove garlic in a small food processor for a few seconds. Add a chipotle pepper and 1 tbs. of the adobo sauce and process for about 30 seconds. Add Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing, Greek Yogurt and the zest and juice of a lime. Process until smooth. Remove to a bowl and stir in 2 tbs fresh chives. A quick garnish of chives before serving looks great!
- Bring a small pot of water to the boil and cook diced potatoes until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. Drain.
- Brown ground pork in a pan over medium high heat. Drain the meat and toss in a bowl with the Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix.
- Heat the Olive Oil in the same pan, add 2 tbs shallots and 2 tbs chopped garlic and saute for a minute. Puree a chipotle pepper with 1 tbs. adobo sauce (add a little water if needed) in a small food processor and add to the shallot mixture in the pan along with the tomato paste, corn kernels, potatoes, oregano, cooked pork and water. Cook until all ingredients are well mixed and liquid is almost evaporated. Stir in 2 tbs fresh chives and season with salt and pepper.
- Roll out pizza dough and cut into 5-inch rounds. Place 2 heaping tablespoons of meat mixture in the center of each dough round and fold over into a half moon shape. Seal edges by crimping with a fork. Bake in a preheated 425-degree oven for about 20 minutes, until golden and delicious. Enjoy with the Chipotle Ranch Dipping Sauce.
EMPANADA DIPPING SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 15m
Yield About 3 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the lime juice, garlic, serrano, cilantro and 1/2 tablespoon salt in a blender. Blend until smooth. Add the heavy cream, sour cream and avocados. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
PORK PICADILLO EMPAñADAS WITH CHIPOTLE SALSA
Categories Appetizer Bake Raisin Pork Tenderloin Almond Sour Cream Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 24
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- For filling:
- Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork, serrano chili, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon and allspice to skillet and stir 3 minutes. Add raisins and lime juice; boil until almost all liquid evaporates, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Mix in almonds and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. Cool.
- For dough:
- Butter 2 large baking sheets. Mix flour, Masa Harina, baking powder and salt in large bowl. Stir in melted butter. Whisk water and 1 egg in small bowl to blend. Add to flour mixture; knead in bowl until smooth pliable dough forms, about 2 minutes. Working with half of dough at a time, roll out on floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Using 3 3/4-inch-diameter biscuit cutter, cut out rounds. Reroll scraps and cut out additional rounds for a total of 12 rounds per dough half.
- Whish remaining egg in small bowl to blend. Place 1 tablespoon filling in center of each dough round. Lightly brush edges with egg. Fold dough over, pressing edges with fork to seal. Place on prepared baking sheets. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover with plastic wrap; chill.)
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush empanadas with beaten egg. Bake until light golden brown, about 25 minutes. Serve with Chipotle Salsa and sour cream.
Tips:
- Using pre-made empanada dough can save time and effort, but you can also make your own dough from scratch using all-purpose flour, butter, salt, water, and an egg.
- Empanada fillings can vary widely, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients. Some popular fillings include ground beef, chicken, vegetables, and cheese.
- To ensure your empanadas are cooked evenly, make sure to seal them well before frying or baking.
- For a healthier alternative, bake your empanadas instead of frying them.
- Serve your empanadas with a dipping sauce, such as the chipotle ranch sauce provided in the recipe.
Conclusion:
Empanadas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. With their crispy crust and flavorful fillings, they are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a tasty and easy-to-make recipe, give these empanadas with chipotle ranch dipping sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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